2026 US Summer Internships - Analytics & Data Science

Job Title:

2026 US Summer Internships - Analytics & Data Science

Requisition ID:

R025970

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At Activision Blizzard we are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences, driven by our company values and passion. Activision Blizzard creates worlds with the focus to entertain the universe. We are looking for talented and innovative students to join our team for the 2026 summer. All interns will receive a meaningful project and an unparalleled experience. We’ll provide the tools and resources you need to learn. The challenging and creative work you do throughout your internship will directly impact the team you are contributing to.

Player Profile

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD degree program (master's & PhD preferred)
• Graduating December 2026 – July 2027
• Available to participate in a 12-week internship starting in late-May or mid-June
• Currently residing in the US or open to relocating oneself to the US
• Exhibits learning agility; has the ability to think differently, and/or grasp and apply new skills and concepts
• Approaches problems in a clear, well-organized, and solutions-oriented manner
• Works well with others and contributes to team tasks
• Able to effectively communicate problems, solutions, needs, or priorities
• Is engaged, seeks to learn, and is able to manage time effectively
• A passion for significantly impacting game development
• Applicants must apply with a resume and a link to their code samples to be considered

Internship Opportunities

All internships will be conducted in-person. Hosting managers will determine when and how often interns work in the office. All interns will have the option to opt into relocation services (flights, trains, or car mileage reimbursement). Additionally, all interns will be provided with a living stipend to supplement housing, utility, commuting, and miscellaneous costs.

Data Analytics Intern

This is an exciting role in our AI team that allows the candidate to interact with multiple teams and senior leaders to build up skills and capabilities. The candidate will learn how to solve interesting problems in a systematic way specifically in ads space for gaming. The team has a diverse team of talents whom love innovation, collaboration, and having fun while doing it. Projects may include life time value evaluation and framework research and crash analysis.

• Enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program (master's preferred)
• Proficiency in SQL – Comfortable writing complex queries and exploring large datasets.
• Dashboarding experience – Knowledge of tools like Tableau, Power BI, or other BI platforms.
• Python programming skills – Familiar with data wrangling, statistical analysis, and basic scripting.
• Strong communication skills – Able to clearly present technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A curiosity-driven mindset and an eagerness to learn in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Data Science Intern

The Mobile Analytics Team is seeking a passionate and curious Data Science Intern to help bring science into decision-making across our mobile titles. As part of the Player Science team, you’ll explore player behavior, uncover insights, and contribute to game design and live operations.

• Enrolled in a PhD program
• Experience with SQL and R/Python for data analysis.
• Familiarity with distributed data processing tools (e.g., Spark, Presto, Hive) is a plus.
• Understanding of A/B testing and causal inference methodologies.
• Exposure to predictive modeling and machine learning is a bonus.
• Strong storytelling skills with data and a passion for games or mobile apps.

Hosting Location

Activision Publishing (Santa Monica, CA)

Our World

Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty® , World of Warcraft® , Overwatch® , Diablo® , Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™ . Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!

The video game industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Activision Blizzard is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email [email protected] . General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting .

Compensation

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $20.00 - $50.00 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.